2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpina | Porsche |
| Model | B3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
